Parawing in Auckland
3 parawing spots in Auckland, New Zealand. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for parawing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for parawing in Auckland: January–March, December. Then about 7 windy days a month and water around 21°C (3/2 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Orewa, Muriwai & Lake Pupuke.
- For beginners: Orewa & Lake Pupuke.
OrewaAuckland (Hibiscus Coast), New Zealand · best January–March, October–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 20°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ AKL 48 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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MuriwaiAuckland (West Coast), New Zealand · best January–March, October–DecemberIntermediate and up · 20°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ AKL 38 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Lake PupukeAuckland, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · ✈ AKL 26 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Best time to go →Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Auckland
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 9 | 22°C | shorty | 23°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 6 | 22°C | shorty | 23°C |
| MarchMar | 6 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| AprilApr | 9 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| MayMay | 8 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JuneJun | 8 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| JulyJul | 10 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| AugustAug | 7 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| SeptemberSep | 11 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| OctoberOct | 11 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| NovemberNov | 7 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| DecemberDec | 6 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for parawing in Auckland?
Best time for parawing in Auckland: January–March, December. Then about 7 windy days a month and water around 21°C (3/2 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Auckland?
It depends on the month: about 22°C water in February (shorty) and about 14°C in August (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Auckland good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Orewa & Lake Pupuke.
Which airport is closest?
Auckland International Airport (AKL), 48 km from Orewa.